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The Contingency Con

A Person of Interest Virtual Fan Convention

July 31 – August 2, 2026

Celebrating 10 Years Since the Series Finale

A New Number

YOU ARE BEING WATCHED. The government has a secret system—a machine that spies on you every hour of every day. And now, ten years after the final number came through our TV screens, we're gathering to celebrate the legacy of Team Machine.

Join fans from around the world for a weekend of character panels, episode watchalongs, fan art showcases, fanvid screenings, meta discussions, and community celebration. This is a free, fan-run convention bringing together the Person of Interest community across all platforms.

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This convention runs entirely on fan power. We need moderators, tech support, content curators, social media helpers, and more. No experience required—just enthusiasm.

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    STATUS
    FREE

    Open to all fans worldwide

    LOCATION
    VIRTUAL

    Discord + Zoom platforms

    DURATION
    3 DAYS

    54 hours of programming

    TIMELINE
    6 MO

    Until convention begins

    Potential Programming

    Character Panels

    Deep dives into Finch, Reese, Root, Shaw, Carter, Fusco, and more. Explore the characters that made us fall in love with this show.

    Group Watchalongs

    Synchronized viewing of fan-favorite episodes with live chat. Relive moments like "If-Then-Else" with the community.

    Meta Discussions

    Philosophical debates on AI ethics, surveillance, morality, and the show's prescient themes.

    Tech Talks

    How close are we to The Machine? Real-world AI analysis from computer science perspectives.

    Fan Art Gallery

    Showcasing the incredible artwork from our talented community. Digital gallery open throughout the weekend.

    Fanvid Screenings

    Curated vidshow featuring the best POI fanvids. Scheduled screenings with creator commentary.

    Ship Panels

    Celebrating the relationships that captured our hearts. Discussions of character dynamics and connections.

    Convention Zine

    Collaborative digital publication featuring fanworks, essays, and community contributions.

    Fandom Games

    POI trivia, creative challenges, and interactive activities throughout the weekend.

    Fan Creator Roundtable

    Fanfic writers, fanartists, and vidders in conversation about their creative process, their relationship to the characters, and what the POI fandom community has meant to them.

    Episode Discussions

    Dedicated deep-dives into specific episodes — the craft, the callbacks, the moments that hit differently on rewatch. From fan favorites to hidden gems.

    The State of AI

    Ten years after the finale, how close are we to The Machine — and should we be worried? A panel bridging POI's vision of AI with where the technology actually stands in 2026.

    // PROGRAMMING IS COMMUNITY-DRIVEN

    This list is just a starting point — the real schedule is built by you.

    Have an idea for a panel, discussion, or presentation? We want to hear it. All experience levels welcome.

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    Important Information

    Free Admission

    This is a fan-run, community-focused event. No tickets, no paywalls, no exclusive tiers. Everyone is welcome.

    Platforms

    Discord for community chat and organization. Zoom for live panels and presentations. Easy to use and accessible.

    Community-Driven

    Organized by fans, for fans. Volunteer-run with transparency and inclusivity at our core.